After a long layoff, I am getting back into swimming and I have some questions to ask.
1. How often should I rest? I plan on practicing at least 4 or 5 times a week. Bear in mind I am going to start out very slowly.
2. Any recommendations for a goggles or swim mask? I am thinking of using a swim mask starting out.
3. What should my basic swim program entail?
4. What should I be aware of starting out?
Never thought about the rotator cuff.
Neither did I, and then I had 2 years of ongoing tendonitis and other problems. 99.99% of masters swimmers have shoulder issues at some point. If I could have a do over, I'd have made sure my rotator cuff muscles were strong before I even started swimming. Newbies with shoulder problems are very common on these boards. Don't be one!
Never thought about the rotator cuff.
Neither did I, and then I had 2 years of ongoing tendonitis and other problems. 99.99% of masters swimmers have shoulder issues at some point. If I could have a do over, I'd have made sure my rotator cuff muscles were strong before I even started swimming. Newbies with shoulder problems are very common on these boards. Don't be one!
